Swallowing Center

Dysphagia is the symptom of difficult swallowing. The complaints may be painful
swallowing or coughing and choking while swallowing. Patients may also experience
burning in the throat or a lump in the throat. These symptoms may be caused by many
problems including acid reflux, neurological illnesses, tumors and even stress.
This site explains normal swallowing and some of the common swallowing disorders

The Nebraska Swallowing Center offers adult patients with swallowing problems a
comprehensive evaluation and treatment program through a unique multidisciplinary
team approach which includes the following specialties:

Ear, Nose and Throat

Gastroenterology

General Surgery

Neurology

Pulmonary

Radiology

Speech Pathology

Health care professionals from these areas pool their expertise to provide optimal
care.